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Why do some polyploid hybrids have a high economic value?

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Why do some polyploid hybrids have a high economic value?

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Polyploid hybrids may combine useful traits from their parent species and show greater vigour or tolerance to harsh conditions. Such hybrids can therefore be valuable crops; hexaploid wheat, for example, combines hardiness with high grain yield.

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Chapter 9: Theory of Evolution and Evolution of Man - EXERCISES [Page 525]

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Sarita Aggarwal Biology [English] Class 12 ISC
Chapter 9 Theory of Evolution and Evolution of Man
EXERCISES | Q II. 19. | Page 525
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